The April 22, 1972 music press announces the upcoming release of The Golden Hits of T. Rex by Fly Records on May 5, compiling many of the band’s classic tracks from their early glam era. Mickey Finn featured on all but one track – T. Rex Golden Hits of T. Rex, Fly Records release, May 5 1972. Publication: Music Press (various) Date: April 22, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: Album Announcement / Feature THE STORY The feature highlights the forthcoming co

“A lone figure among cables and keys — the quiet counterpoint to the roar of glam.”

A tidal wave of screams, tears, and stamping feet — Germany’s first encounter with T. Rex was nothing short of a cultural eruption.

A vivid, immersive BRAVO feature documenting Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn onstage in London — glitter, exhaustion, screaming fans, and the electric intimacy that defined T. Rexmania at its peak.

BRAVO magazine two-page photo-feature following Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn as they test-drive the powerful Ford Capri 2600 RS. THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Publication: BRAVO Date: February 2, 1972 Country: Germany Section: Car Test / Celebrity Feature Marc Bolan and Mickey Finn put the Ford Capri 2600 RS through its paces, with the article detailing the car’s performance, technical specs (2.6 litre, 150 hp, fuel-injected engine), and its evolution from the “Plastic Bomb

Disco 45 magazine cover and centrespread celebrating T. Rex as “1971’s Top Group”, featuring a large smiling portrait of Marc Bolan and a heart-shaped inset photo. Publication: Disco 45 Date: January 19721 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover + Centrespread Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Cover and centrespread honouring T. Rex as the standout act of 1971. The magazine celebrates their chart dominance with hits like “Hot Love”, “Get It On”, and the success of E

UK single release for “Telegram Sam” (T. REX 1), issued 21 January 1972 on the T. Rex Wax Co. label. The release was unusual for its time: a three‑track 7-inch, pairing the A‑side with “Cadilac” and “Baby Strange”, both later included on The Slider reissues. ("Cadillac" was, at the time, a non-album track)This triple‑cut format gave exceptional value and reinforced Bolan’s confidence in the strength of his material. Recorded in December 1971 during the early Slider sessions,

Sounds magazine promotional teaser for the second part of their in-depth T. Rex feature story, highlighting Marc Bolan during the height of T. Rextasy. Publication: Sounds Date: January 7, 1972 Country: United Kingdom Section: Preview / Feature Promotion THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Prominent teaser for the continuation of Sounds magazine’s major feature on T. Rex. The ad builds anticipation for Part Two of “The T. Rex Story” at the peak of the band’s popularity. • Bold

Melody Maker announces a special Christmas season of concerts at London’s new Rainbow Theatre, with T. Rex headlining on Boxing Day (December 26, 1971), Curved Air on December 23, and Yes on December 24. Publication: Melody Maker Date: Late December 1971 (announcing Christmas shows) Country: United Kingdom Location: London Section: News / Concert Announcement THE STORY The article promotes high-profile rock shows at the Rainbow Theatre over the festive period. T. Rex is conf

Disc & Music Echo Christmas cover insert announcing Marc Bolan’s solo contribution to a benefit album for the Glastonbury Fayre Festival, including the acoustic track “Sunken Rags” recorded at his home. Publication: Disc & Music Echo Date: December 25, 1971 Country: United Kingdom Section: Cover News / Feature THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Marc Bolan will release solo material on a special benefit LP for the Glastonbury Fayre Festival to help repay debts from the previous